Sharon Schmickle of MinnPost.com writes a compelling post:
““The challenge for women competing in politics or business is less misogyny than unconscious sexism: Americans don’t hate women, but they do frequently stereotype them as warm and friendly, creating a mismatch with the stereotype we hold of leaders as tough and strong,” Kirstof said.
In other words, voters may not be aware of the true reasons they feel that a woman is not the right person for an elected office.”
